Nice 1930's - 40's Springfield, Illinois Fire Dept. Badge for Engine No. 5
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Nice 1930's - 40's Springfield, Illinois Fire Dept. Badge for Engine No. 5

Code: fdg20020sif


SOLD!!! No Longer Available!

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ARTIFACT: Nice 1930's ??? 1940's Springfield, Illinois fire department badge by Meyers & Wenthe for a Fireman on Engine No. 5. The round chrome plated badge reads: "SPRINGFIELD ENG FIREMAN 5 FIRE DEPT." and the outer edge is a simply detailed fire hose and the badge is topped with a fireman's helmet.

VINTAGE: Circa 1930's ??? 40's

SIZE: Approximately 2" x 2 ??"

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Chrome plated brass

ATTACHMENT: Vertical pin with drop in swivel locking catch.

MARKINGS: "MEYERS & WENTHE CHICAGO"

ITEM NOTES: This is from a fire and rescue collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VCEX15 LACEX7/15 SeAGEX3/17

CONDITION: 8+ (Excellent): The badge shows minor wear, the reverse shows some light ink markings (easy to clean and does not detract), nearly all the chrome plated details remain fully intact.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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